“Camping was great” My girlfriend and I were looking to take a trip to Hana and then proceed the next day all the way around the volcano.
The options to stay overnight in Hana are very limited and very expensive. So we were lucky to stumble on this option to rent camping gear and stay at the State park. It turned out fantastic. We slept in earshot of the roaring waves.
You have to get your camping pass seperatly but all the gear you need is provided. It was clean and in good condition.
Even though it rained the gear kept us dry and comfortable.
Michella was responsive and it was a breeze to organize a pick up and drop off time in Kihei.
If you have camped before I highly suggest this for cheap and fun way of overnight minutes away from Hana.
Be sure to rent a car that lets you go all the way around the island. It is hard to describe the drive and the experiences along the way without using too many superlatives.

“Best Stay. Wonderful People within Hidden Hawaii” I initially stayed with Phil and Stacey for 2 weeks while bicycling around the island and the very first night was treated to (what was later discovered to be a nightly occurrence) a gourmet meal and the unbeatable Hawaiian coffee in the morning. Phil and Stacey also directed me to Green Sands Beach which is a top location on the Big Island, if not the. This is a great launch spot to further explore Southern Kona, South Point and Volcano as daylight inhibits beach exploration/enjoyment and every second counts. If anything else it gives you more coffee time in the morning. If you can slow your pace a little and give their property a moment of your attention, you'll be shocked into complete admiration. Worth the stay in every respect.

“Perfect view!” While this unit may not have had all the 'bells & whistles' upgrades that others I looked at (before renting this one) had, this one had the #1 thing I was looking for: the perfect view. And the wonderful sound of the ocean washing up on the shore, 24/7. Whaler: terrific location, beach walk had foot traffic from morning to night, Whaler Village right next door, restaurants close by, nice reception crew, and beautiful grounds. The unit was equipped with everything you would need for a short (or long) stay. Bed was very comfortable; I forgot to look for pots & pans in the kitchen, but I wasn't cooking so didn't need them. I would recommend this unit!

“Perfect for our travel needs.” We just returned home from this vacation rental. Great property. Friendly/easy mgmt. Traveled with our two teens. The unit is spacious. We rented an extra cot so our kids didn't have to share the pullout. Plenty of room to accommodate the cot. The unit is cozy. The kitchen has lots of extras to save $ while in Maui. I baked cookies one afternoon. The grill area is great! We watched the staff meticulously clean the common areas every am. Impressive how well they care of this place. Someone else said one flight of stairs and your on the beach, true! Great walking to many amenities! Our teens snorkeled and saw turtles right from the beach. Dolphins and whales too. Cliff jumping was happening 2 minute walk down the beach. great space for the $ in Maui.

“Stay at Hale Kawehi!” Stay at Hale Kawehi and you will never want to stay anywhere else. It is completely authentic old style Hawai'i and feels gracious and comfortable. There are 3 beautiful sitting areas outside and 3 inside. There is a wet bar, house wines, juice, jelly, butter, and bagels in the fridge. The kitchen is very well appointed, centrally located, and open to the rest of house for those who want to do their own cooking. There are beautiful stained glass windows - designed and made by the owner - in almost every room and literally hundreds of little details and collections to enjoy - the clock collection is particularly interesting. The mosaic inlays in the kitchen and wet-bar area were designed by the owner Some of the collections are from far-flung parts of the globe so you sense that the house is not only Hawaiian but a place that embraces the world. Almost everything here is an art object of some sort. The little green vines stenciled on the white frame of the front veranda enhance the garden-feeling of it. There are dozens of helpful notes in the house to guide the guest. If you are a TV watcher, there are several big, flat-screen TVs in the house. You can hear the traffic a little but the street is not busy it is not an annoyance. There is a nice cat, "Mr. Princess", who is friendly but not bothersome. At nite there are little chirping frogs at night that sound like birds to me - some people don't like the sound. This is a safe place for anyone - there is a secure gate with either key or combination entry and a tall fence for privacy and security. You will seldom, if ever, need fans as the temperature is a little warm in the day and a little cool at nite - you will want a cover in bed. There are big expanses of screen to allow the air to flow freely. Kawehi will be happy to tell you about the house and collections but will not intrude unless you ask. Beauty, hospitality, and comfort. You will always be glad you stayed at Hale Kawehi - I certainly am!

“Exceptional Experience” I enjoyed our stay at Rhonda's home. Everything was perfect. Our room was extremely comfortable and the view from the living room and lanai's are amazing. We started our day with a yummy breakfast(really enjoyed the french toast rollups with homemade pineapple jam) and ended our day having a cocktail by the pool. Rhonda also provided
detailed instructions on how to get to the best snorkeling locations. We could not have planned a better trip. Thanks for everything

“The best absolutely the most FUN place I have ever stayed.” I truly enjoyed myself here and was able to really relax. Keith was very accommodating and Chelsea cooked the best dinner the last night I was there outdoors on the open fire. I wish I had taken more pictures and I hope I get a chance to go back someday and enjoy more of what the place has to offer. I have great memories of my stay here! Thank Keith and Chelsea!

“Absolument Magnifique!” Visited from the South of France in January 2013 and just loved it! These buccolic and splendid homestead, far enough from the heat and crowds of Kona, is set in the middle of rolling pastures, with a splendid view of the ocean! The cabin is rustic, yet refined and extremely comfortable! Chris and Carol have a wonderful eye for details and a great sense of aesthetics. The house is located near the charming and laid back town of Hawi which, by the way, has a gorgeous banyan tree, and a lovely farmers market under it, where Chris and his band play bluegrass music! It doesn't get any better...This is truly paradise!!!

“Great location!! Just REMODELED! Perfect condo” The condo was perfect and had everything we needed including boogie boards, beach chairs, sand toys, and it was just remodeled and has a new kitchen and new furniture. It was comfortable, clean, and a great spot.
I recommend this condo to anyone!
Nick

“Unit 813” Loved the location and the room! The service was excellent, there was a problem with the gas grill and the service person tracked us down to let us know what was wrong and that it had been fixed..this was all with in a half an hour! Next time we're on Maui we will stay in this unit again.

“Best View in Maui -- Absolutely amazing!!!” We loved our stay at the Whaler and highly, highly recommend staying at this 11th floor luxury condo!! Located in an excellent location -- literally steps away from the best mall in Maui; directly located on one of the best beaches in Maui; and next door to three of our favorite restaurants on the island!! The view from this condo is absolutely amazing!!! The photos posted on the website truly do not do this rental justice!! We loved this condo and know you will too!!! The Whaler is located right on the beach -- where you can rent chaise lounges, umbrellas, boogie boards, etc., by the hour, the day, or the week! This was a perfect vacation spot and we cannot wait to return!!! Additionally, all of the staff at the Whaler was super helpful and very, very kind!! We booked all of our "excursions" at the concierge right in the lobby of the Whaler!! Lisa gave us great suggestions and advice regarding the best surfing classes, horseback riding along the coast (Mendes Ranch is the best in Maui !!!), whale watching, and snorkeling!! Excellent condo -- my family and I loved it!!!

“An absolute great experience from start to finish with personnel” The Whaler was recommended by a good friend and did not disappoint. Room 965 was perfect and the view and location exceeded our expectations. From check-in to check-out, we could not have enjoyed a better time. All personnel were helpful, friendly, and quite willing to answer any questions or provide guidance. I will strongly recommend the Whaler and the Whaler Vacation Rental Program to family and friends in the future.